Dodge 1953 Australian Trucks Workshop Manual | PDF Download

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Dodge Australian Trucks 1953 Workshop Manual covering servicing, maintenance, repairs and fault finding for the Australian-built Dodge truck range.

Step-by-step servicing and repair procedures – making it easy to carry out repairs
Detailed illustrations and diagrams – making repair procedures easier to understand
Specifications – including torque settings, capacities, clearances and adjustment information
Repair procedures and remedies – covering everything from simple routine to more involved repairs
PDF format – for easy viewing on your computer, tablet or smart phone
Bookmarked – so you can quickly find the section you need

Models Include:

Dodge 1-08AD
Dodge 2-26AD
Dodge 2-33AD
Dodge 3-59AD
Dodge 6-71AD
Dodge 8-65AD
Dodge 8-71AD

What’s Included in This Manual:

General Information and Maintenance

General servicing information
Lubrication requirements
Lubrication points and intervals
Engine oil recommendations
Cooling system and fuel tank capacities
Service specifications and adjustment information

Front Axle and Steering

Front axle removal and installation
Front wheel hubs, drums and bearings
Steering knuckles and bushings
King pins and bushings
Drag links and tie rods
Front wheel alignment
Camber, caster, toe-in and toe-out
Steering adjustments
Fault finding and remedies for wheel bounce, excessive tyre wear and front-end problems

Rear Axle and Differential

Rear axle removal and installation
Axle shafts and bearings
Differential removal and dismantling
Ring gear and drive pinion
Differential bearings
Bearing preload and backlash adjustment
Ring-and-pinion tooth contact adjustment
Rear wheel bearings
Single-speed rear axles
Two-speed rear axles
Electric two-speed axle shift system
Fault finding and remedies for rear axle noise, knocks, excessive backlash and lubricant loss

Brakes

Hydraulic brake system
Brake shoes and linings
Brake drums
Wheel cylinders
Master cylinder
Brake pedal adjustment
Brake shoe adjustment
Brake system servicing
Brake specifications and adjustment information

Clutch

Clutch removal and installation
Clutch adjustment
Clutch pedal and linkage
Pressure plate and driven plate
Clutch servicing and repair
Fault finding and remedies for clutch problems

Petrol Engine 250.6 CID Inline 6 Cylinder

Engine servicing and repair
Cylinder head
Valves and valve servicing
Pistons and connecting rods
Crankshaft and bearings
Camshaft and timing
Lubrication system
Engine removal and installation
Engine adjustments
Specifications and tightening information
Fault finding and remedies for engine problems

Diesel Engine 288.6 CID Inline 6 Cylinder

Diesel engine servicing information
Engine adjustments
Fuel system servicing
Lubrication and cooling information
Repair and maintenance procedures

Engine Cooling System

Radiator
Water pump
Thermostat
Cooling system servicing
Fan and drive
Coolant circulation
Fault finding and remedies for overheating and cooling problems

Fuel and Exhaust Systems

Fuel tank and fuel lines
Fuel pump
Carburettor servicing and adjustment
Air cleaner
Intake system
Exhaust system
Fuel system fault finding

Transmission

Transmission removal and installation
Transmission dismantling and assembly
Gears, shafts and bearings
Gearshift mechanism
Transmission adjustments
Lubrication
Fault finding and remedies for transmission problems

Universal Joints and Driveline

Universal joints
Propeller shafts
Removal and installation
Inspection and servicing
Lubrication
Fault finding for driveline noise and vibration

Springs, Frame and Shock Absorbers

Front and rear springs
Spring removal and installation
Shackles and bushes
Shock absorbers
Frame servicing and inspection
Suspension maintenance and adjustment

Electrical System

Battery
Generator
Starter motor
Ignition system
Distributor
Lighting
Electrical testing and adjustment
Wiring information
Fault finding for starting, charging and electrical problems

Wheels and Tyres

Wheel servicing
Wheel bearings
Tyre pressures
Wheel and tyre maintenance
Fault finding for abnormal tyre wear

Body

Cab and body servicing
Doors and fittings
Body adjustment
Removal and installation procedures

Please Note:

This is the 1953 Chrysler Australia workshop manual for Australian Dodge trucks. The original manual also covers equivalent Fargo and De Soto Australian truck models where the same mechanical systems and service procedures were used.

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Language: English

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